Songs for Dead Children

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In a series of poems inspired by Gustav Mahler's Kindertotenlieder, E.D. Blodgett searches for meaning amidst grief. In the contemplative gentleness of his words, he finds the special light children possess in their state of unknowing as they encounter the world. These sparse poems move through acceptance and resignation to the solace that exists in the word. Blodgett's poetry will speak to readers who have experienced loss, are exploring grief, or want to find a way to connect with stillness.

À propos de E.D. Blodgett

E.D. Blodgett has published numerous books of poetry as well as literary history and translations. He is Distinguished University Professor Emeritus of Comparative Literature at the University of Alberta. His books have won the Governor General’s Award twice, for poetry and translation. From 2007 to 2009 he was Edmonton’s poet laureate. Blodgett lives in South Surrey, British Columbia.